ZAYN: Alienated | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

[@mena3275]

Zayn is one of those rare musicians who sound even better live. Amazing

[@MeraryAlejandraMalik]

He surely is

[@Waaawat]

Ikr

[@nangelini438]

So true 😮😊

[@noliqhwazwane8646]

Your vocals are massively beautiful, Zayn.

[@KeonaKsenaluv1]

And they truly are rare. The only other person I know of is Brandon Boyd of Incubus. Beautiful passionate song Zayn ❤

[@haileycb18]

I love that he performed without an audience. I know the kind of anxiety that comes when you don't like feeling perceived, but you still have the urge to sing out. Want to be heard but not seen. But the empty seats speak to the message of the song and I'm here for the layers. I love his voice and I'm proud of him from watching him grow and change over the years. He's truly an artist.

[@zig4742]

thank you for your comment, i couldn't imagine phrasing all this better ; it says so much, i love that he stayed true to himself and as you said, it adds layers to the song aswell. i love him so much.. !

[@fellanefnaf3960]

Thank you khai for making zayn this excited again, greatly appreciated.

[@HoursaDay]

🥺💖

[@DANNY-lw5re]

Most underrated voice in the industry. Give this kid his flowers.

[@danamba7]

Facts

[@blackpaw3776]

It’s underrated cuz he made pop music for fan girls of 1D, but with this album he might reach a bigger audience and people will truly notice his talent. Similar to Gaga, people appreciated her voice when she started to do jazz with Tony Bennett and ballads.

[@sabinasramkova840]

I think not doing interviews might partly be at fault as well. But it's pretty obvious that he wanted to start doing interviews when he was ready and comfortable to. Either way, I think he's gaining the recognition he deserves this year and I hope that he'll maybe win some award. He totally deserves that.

[@MrAsmiah10]

Awesome! He sounds great live- we need a full concert Zayn!

[@Allmenshouldrespectallwomen]

Buy a mop

[@ninijishkariani6369]

he sounds exactly the same live... I LOVE HIM

[@bellax03]

Finally after 8 years he performed again!! He did it amazing i'm so proud of him! Alienated is such a beautiful and emotional song along with his new album room under the stairs 🥺❤️

[@Allmenshouldrespectallwomen]

I’m completely numb listening to this he whispers to my femininity

[@dgerwuuu20943]

but he didn't do it in front of an audience

[@hollowpurple6238]

Where was audience ​@@dgerwuuu20943

[@Luvurself-e9i]

Right

[@nadinefriedrich3989]

@@dgerwuuu20943not this time but he literally had a one night only last weekend?!

[@manvimehta_cc]

His voice didn't even shake once. Such a smooth and quick transition from low to high notes. His voice live is just angelicccc

[@Shea3224]

Zayn’s vocals!! WOW!! 💜

[@Allmenshouldrespectallwomen]

I know I released I myself

[@belensmyth7064]

@@AllmenshouldrespectallwomenRU ok man?

[@seiji-kun9488]

He isn't even trying

[@angelicadelacruz68]

my heart breaks for Zayn, he just started singing again after 8 years, then now he lost Liam, too much pain indeed. I love Zayn as how much I love Liam. I hope people will be kinder. Once he sings again, always know that it took him a lot of courage and hope to continue singing. We will be waiting, at your own pace always, Zayn. I love you so much!

[@nurhayati4263]

Me too😢😢😢💗💗💗

[@ScarlettJ1221]

I'm here for Zayn's solo debut on Jimmy Fallon, this is amazing just seeing him perform

[@alevinagi1340]

He had performed here already 😅 years ago

[@Allmenshouldrespectallwomen]

I released to his voice

[@rowenarendon6459]

😍You are so lucky 👍😍I wish I am there too ❤

[@Lethallime1234]

Not his debut that was like 8 years ago

[@audreydavis393]

he has 3 other albums...

[@Missty_Day]

I love how he plays with his voice, high and low, so flawlessly, effortlessly it seems. What an incredible talent Zayn 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@AbdullazMalik]

Zayn's music is my comfort zone 😭😭😭

[@Allmenshouldrespectallwomen]

He’s my favorite 🏳️‍🌈 singer

[@ludovica2435]

@@Allmenshouldrespectallwomenhe’s not gay…

[@Malabamii]

​@@Allmenshouldrespectallwomen🤣🤣🤣

[@user-oh7tpwk-lover-directioner]

Same 😭😭🫶

[@Maniac1998]

@@Allmenshouldrespectallwomenbts is gays 😂

[@kimcoppa12]

Love Zayne. Damn his voice is so amazing❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@razoonwesley]

‘Room Under The Stairs’ is an incredible album. Everything is done so beautifully.. from the vocals to the lyrics & production. Zayn really put his soul into this album, and what makes it even more special is that he wrote the lyrics of almost all the songs, and co-produced them too; very real, honest, and raw. So proud of him.

[@JahidIslamamili]

❤❤❤

[@StaceyDahlberg]

I've been obsessed with this song for a month. Wake up, go to sleep, and everything else between! Honestly, all of Zayn's songs are addictive. Especially this one.

[@zahrabatool8078]

The growth in Zayn music and his voice is unreal.His live versions sound better than studio.He wrote, produce and composed the songs himself now this is what we call talent.So happy to see him like that and looking forward to everything he will be doing in future

[@SadiaKhan-qh2ho]

He deserves a lot more recognition! His voice is amazing and his music is really just so comforting and calming to listen to!

[@Zquadie]

This live performance made me 10 time’s emotional listening to this song 😭

[@zaynsoulmate]

Idk why no-one ever talked about 3:40 how he carries the "feeling" word ESPECIALLY here at 3:40 🥺🫠

[@ChrisJericho22]

​@@zaynsoulmateOne of the best vocalist of this generation.

[@waternymph4444]

His voice was so …fragile, tho towards the last verse he sounded more confident. I could be wrong but maybe he had a case of “nerves?” His studio acoustic version was hauntingly good, flawless, I’m sure in time he’ll grow in comfort getting back in the saddle and all. A+🎉

[@mahei_musiclover]

@@waternymph4444 That's what made this performance especially captivating for me: IMHO he has an incredible vocal range and voice control/stable voice and puts his full soul in 💎. (So for me it sounds def not fragile in a kind of nervous way). It sounds even better live

[@Zquadie]

@@waternymph4444 He’s a Natural he’s very talented 🥹

[@npats550]

I did NOT expect this style! That timeless blues and soul and OMG the falsetto! Gave me Prince vibes a couple of times and now I got the goosebumps. Those lyrics hit hard too.

[@zarrysxnflower]

Zayn, you did a phenomenal job! So proud of you for getting back out there and sharing your immense talent with the world. This is only the beginning 🥹

[@wsarah3118]

HIS ALBUM DESERVES SM RECOGNITION ITS AMAZING

[@someone-ye8pp]

Room under the stairs deserves aall the flowers The writing is so good so vulnerable and Zayn's voice made it sound something from heart so sincere

[@katey614]

Thank you, Jimmy for inviting Zayn! Loved every second of it! The dark, quiet, minimalistic aesthetic fit so well with the theme of the song, and allowed the focus to just be on Zayn and his beautiful voice :)

[@mingtaengo]

I was a huge zayn stan in 2015/2016... It's cool to see him back on TV. I wish him the best always.

[@rishabhsrivastava1843]

Check out his new album

[@tigereyes1559]

He is performing with empty seats because he is “alienated”. Absolutely genius!

[@andreak.5996]

this is actually genius

[@kJ922-h3j]

But in all seriousness why wasn’t the audience there? 😂

[@Vashist1]

@@kJ922-h3j anxiety issues?

[@AaT-cj2gx]

​@@kJ922-h3j maybe that was the concept.. Pre recorded

[@andreak.5996]

@@kJ922-h3j it was prerecorded from about a month ago. he had an ONO show a meet and greets in the UK and yesterday in NYC so my guess is it would've been way too much. especially after Sunday

[@mskfan3698]

Amazing! I originally thought he chose the empty studio because of his anxiety, but now I see it fits the vibe of the song perfectly. Alienated, on his spaceship alone. Thank you Zayn, for coming out of your sanctuary to grace us. 💛💛💛

[@carmenrios1856]

Zayn's angelic voice is everything that's right

[@hails2419]

gosh zayn singing live is something else entirely! ethereal voice he has

[@Joel20179]

It's such a difficult song to sing in live but he nailed it again.....no autotune needed for this guy 🙌🙌🙌

[@davidlecross3519]

Just watched and listened to this for the first time...WOW! Beautiful! You go with your bad ass self, Zayn!

[@MissNS93]

How can someone’s vocal be so crisp ,I downloaded his album and I can assure you he sings amazing live ! What a legend ! Congratulations to you z!

[@Airdrop520]

Zayn's voice has always been unique and beautiful in every way

[@FindMeInsanity]

Zayns a legend. He deserves an audience of not just teenage kids, but much more. Hope his music reaches them and they get to discover this amazing album he made. Truely one of the best albums from the best male vocalist.

[@bluengrey]

His audience is mostly not teens like we grew up with him most of are in our 20s now

[@FindMeInsanity]

@@bluengrey yeah i didn't get the words right, but I hope yk what I'm trying to mean. It's like our dad's generation can also enjoy his new music. They love organic stuff more than people of our generation. Today's artists only sing on computer generated beats.

[@suvijii841]

This surely is his most mature album yet. I was never a "directioner," was already a mom at that time & never really paid any attention to them. I didn't really like Zayn's early solo stuff; just dived into his work after NIL. This album is the first one I can sincerely listen to multiple times a day, it's so organic & honest. Just loving this direction he's taken. This would certainly appeal to a more mature audience, I hope they'll adopt this to the radio stations. And I hope they'll stop talking about him as an "ex-one directioner". Harry has finally shaken that title, I hope Zayn will, too.

[@leekeeboo]

Omg our Zaynie has grown up 😭😭😭 I can’t handle this shit ❤

[@aamnah1743]

He’s an absolute Angel. He has such. Healing voice and I’m so proud of him 🥺

[@realone4084]

This boy got pipes Excellent song. Soulful.

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

Watching zayn perform live after almost 8 year feel like a fever dream im so proud of how far he has come💜🔥.

[@gwenaellebruccoleri4679]

So grateful I've been part of the 2000 people to hear him live for the first time in so many years. Unrreal experience ❤

[@zaynsoulmate]

Zayn's raw Vocals are soo gooddd. Best vocalist of our generation

[@yohannesalamrew2516]

No bro Goat Abel has the best voice ever but than zayn is close 2nd

[@mrsain19]

Empty studio for this track and (mostly) full darkness was all a nice touch. Fit right in for the name of the song. Well done. Everyone has really been coming on fallon and doing work lately. The trend continues.

[@brandy4411]

this is a real talented king 🫶🏽 i love zayn so much, he's so amazing

[@YairCasados]

Just crying, so proud for this man , Zayn we love your music.

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

The song felt like a breath of fresh air.

[@zeebee1125]

room under the stairs is a hauntingly beautiful work of art. the album is pulled from soul. it brings tears to eyes and this song is no exception

[@Zquadie]

He sounds soo good I’m crying 😭

[@marisoldelcastillo14]

THE QUALITY!!! This sounds just like the recorded version or better!! His vocals are still the best and this album is fenomenal! 🔥✨

[@arisadao5439]

So proud of Z!!! Room Under the Stairs is an absolute masterpiece. Love all the songs…Alienated been on repeat since its release

[@HoursaDay]

And the bonus track "Z Side"...omg INCREDIBLE!

[@sohinimaitra106]

somehow this version sounds even better than the studio one. amazing as always. GO ZAYN!!!! 🫶🏻✨

[@cyberreatronprime]

Zayn still sounds like a legend live after years of no live performances

[@TheAnonymous-yh2rm]

HIS VOICE JUST GETTING BETTER AND BETTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!❤

[@japeral8474]

Now I dont know much about Zayn. But Im sure this album has a story to tell if he wrote the lyrics. This performance was unexpected in my eyes. Effortlessly sung and played with such beautiful country, bluesy sound melodies. It is clear he deserves our every attention as he wants to leave that old persona behind, whatever that may have been while introducing his musicianship and vocals with soberness and a comprehension that he has arrived. And that, he has indeed. ❤ Bravo!

[@someone-ye8pp]

He did !! Every single song on that album!!

[@XanStephP]

He wrote the whole album in a room under the stairs at the farm owns. Its a beautiful experience listening to the album. 💙

[@Selma.......]

having zayn back feels so surreal 🥹

[@daerchive]

Zaynnnn broo u came back IMPACTFUL!!!!

[@willarta28]

So proud of him for doing all of these after so many years!! He’s finally back and we’re so glad to have him happy and healthy 🫶🏼

[@Phillip3366]

Still has an amazing voice after 8 years

[@Allmenshouldrespectallwomen]

I wish he was straight ❤ I would propose to him

[@eutuber69]

Why would his voice change 🤨🤨

[@brandonboi21]

@@eutuber69age ? Over using vocals ? I mean he’s been singing since 2010 probably way before that since he posted KZbin videos before lol. Know your stuff buddy

[@HoursaDay]

❤❤LOVE THIS MAN WITH MY WHOLE HEART!❤❤ ❤❤❤ZAYN❤❤❤

[@jj-if6it]

He's still young lol

[@allyrox222]

His voice is so beautiful

[@Shea3224]

This was very Beautiful Zayn. 🥹💜

[@gautamgulati4294]

3:42..tht note just melted in my heart❤️😂

[@HannahG-nk2mf]

What a breathtaking delivery of such an emotional song! We’re proud of you Zayn!!!

[@nallythegreatest]

Omg I couldn’t help. I’ve been such a fan of zayn for so long. Since I was 13 and now I’m 27. He has an empty crowd but I love how he’s ventured out and performed live. I’m so proud as a fan. Forever zayn 👏❤️

[@pickynicky107]

Absolutely hauntingly beautiful performance from this man!! You killed it Zayn!!!

[@indysabby544]

I love that he’s created this entire new genre for himself. He’s found himself ❤

[@Rayn-hk1uu]

How could this man always surprise us with his voice he’s amazing and talented I love you Zayn you’re the best and you did it we love you we love you 💙🤎

[@doomedcole]

zayn never disappoints👏 the best vocalist of our generation

[@sunflower_vol.7]

Zayn’s voice rally is incredible…even hearing his voice is a blessing :)

[@vanteyaa347]

Can't believe I was able to meet Zayn in London and could thank him for his music. He deserves all the love and support. Can't wait to see him grow more. Z forever

[@roseofthegarden_]

Thanks for having Zayn on Jimmy! Such a full circle moment seeing him perform on your show again!

[@bellaendale7174]

Never heard of him before.. but this was good stuff.. I'm a new fan.. can't wait to discover more of his music.. bravo👏

[@gabrieljesus2243]

You will love him. He has 4 albums all bangers❤

[@teresatano193]

Me too!

[@alanCandanedo]

His voice is stunning, Zayn deserves a lot more recognition ❤

[@pril0v3]

Why am I only seeing this now! Still as talented as ever, Zayn❤

[@Naeemmahfuj]

ALBUM OF THE YEAR 🥺🔥

[@thehoop74]

He is crazy underrated. His vocal talent is amazing! And where's the crowd?????

[@ulagalkyte8961]

So proud of him he’s back and killing it super proud 🥰

[@rory-wx2du]

zayn with a red mic again actually made me cry ❤❤

[@tiachante]

I didn’t even notice it was red 🥹

[@aarjachadha1295]

This song is now one of my FAVOURITES of Zayn !!!! LOOOOVEEEE this performance !

[@landos6567]

Wow I had dosed as usual watching Jimmy Fallon. Then I heard this beautiful voice and seen who was singing it. Never heard of him before and sure would like to hear more.

[@rayzina]

Listen to the album. You won’t regret it. 👍🏼

[@someone5002]

Better late than never. Be prepared to be more blown away by his vocal dynamics with such control and modulation that has layers and tones. He can go from Terence Trent D'Arby (Sananda Mietra or something now) warm smoothness to the husky raspy edges of James Morrison and Chris Stapleton (who he's emulating on his latest album) to way way back to the early R&B funky grooves. I'm a great fan of the vocal masters of the early R&B in Sam Cooke, Otis Redding and the cool harmonies of the Philly soul bands (Stylistics, Blue Magic, Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes) and silky, smooth lush melodies of groups like The Moments. Man, Zayn is the modern reincarnation of many of them. He got a lot of flak for covering Jimi Hendrix's "Angel," which Hendrix's estate commissioned Zayn personally for the re-issue of Angel in commemoration of Jimi. But the complaints were mainly from the purists and gatekeepers trying to protect their idea of the legacy of Jimi. Zayn was never going to threaten or touch Hendrix's legacy, as the instrumentals were still laid down by Hendrix of the original music. Anyhow, I thought it was a brilliant take and such a honor. Also be prepared to go on a wild ride. Zayn doesn't move in just one lane, though his true love and pocket sits in R&B. His first album might be post-Neo Soul (I'm not a musician so I could be shoehorning the genres), while his second is a trippy voyage across genres (even experimental jazz or alt-pop or indie). Though I like his third album, it's generally a miss among fans. Here in his fourth album, he further pushes his artistry into new territory with fusion of blues, country (maybe only in the acoustic instruments and his forced twang, "whiskey" singing), R&B/soul/funk to perhaps 2 songs of mainstream pop. ENJOY the journey. Welcome to the rabbit hole!!

[@susankelly2191]

One Direction, former member. He Always had a beautiful voice. Unfortunately the management at 1D were always pushing the Playboy, (hardly) Harry Styles so hard the other boys got eclipsed. Zayn was the first to leave, looking skinny as a stick and miserable. Then the band broke up, they all went their separate ways musically, and all bloomed into amazingly skilled musicians. Zayn’s a caring, soulful young man who had found his own lane. He has a strong fan base ready made from his 1D days. He did a magnificent performance of this song. He looks so healthy and strong now.

[@landos6567]

I was having a down day today, I ended the day watching music videos and guest who's was the first and going on 4 times. I now feel so much better.

[@diangitaramadani]

So beautiful and intimate. It's absoulutely Zayn coded. Love this so muchhh

[@frankneudecker4100]

Hast du schön gesagt ❤

[@aaw1777]

its so nice seeing him comfortable with doing stuff like this again

[@fyro28]

This is so beautiful! He performed live after 8 years again, and it’s just so beautiful to watch. I just love his voice and these high notes are just perfection! 💛

[@gauravkundhiya8602]

Best performance of ALIENATED till date , Zayn's raw vocals are so amazing. Proud of you Z❤️

[@meganbryan-ponert4322]

Such a beautiful song and he delivered with that amazing voice utterly unmatched his own style and unique voice one of the best vocalist of our time! Can't wait for the live shows 🙌

[@tournesol7826]

Watching him perform again makes me so proud and happy! Wish him happiness ❤

[@Scorpz86]

Here for Zayn I’m in love with this song and his amazing vocals. 🙏🏾

[@juanitagallardo7098]

Love you, Zayn ❤❤❤

[@fozibear2281]

Zayn has such a powerful voice each time he sings it really touches yr heart ,he can hit the high notes as well as the low notes congratulations on his new album❤

[@m17adnan]

I do really enjoyed every single his notes and the instruments of this song✨

[@Jordan-n6p3p]

Jimmy is such a great host ❤ and always showing Zayn support when his music drops

[@Bahaarr.22]

I love his voice so much! He is such an angel. I love him so muchhhhh😭💗

[@lucifermaalik]

His vocals are just.. wow!

[@maelis936]

Love him so much !! So proud of him !! 🥹❤️

[@zychea1]

One of the best out there during this time 👌

[@noelita895]

The ending... 😭😭😭 I cried

[@Dr.Snehahere]

He sound so heavenly on Live too ❤ just pure talent

[@razoonwesley]

Zayn has come so far; I am so proud of him! ‘Room Under The Stairs’ is one outstanding album! 🌌

[@JahidIslamamili]

❤❤

[@Natural77112]

What a beautiful voice 💜🙏

[@arianahunt1073]

This is a different sound and I ❤ it!

[@JudyRuiz-o5i]

Incredible! Zayn is my favorite artist... his lyrics, emotions, and vocals are untouchable! So so proud of you Zayn! Been a fan since you began singing with 1D and will be a fan for the rest of my life! 💚💛

[@Zaddyzeeloml-mq2sx]

Omgg his vocal range!!! He is a real artist I'm so proud of him💞💞💞

[@uchennaodudigbo3149]

Oh, wow!! I love this sound for Zayn. Amazing, beautiful music. His vocals seem to have matured with age and experience, bringing a beautiful depth to it. Beautiful, just so beautiful.